When Your Child Has Osteomyelitis

Osteomyelitis is an infection of a bone by a germ (bacteria or fungus). In children, infection in the long bones of the arms and legs are most common. Read on to learn more about this condition, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Zika and Pregnancy Planning

There is no vaccine to prevent Zika infection. If you are planning a pregnancy, you'll need to take steps to protect yourself and your partner.

Preventing Zika During Pregnancy

To prevent infection during pregnancy, you need to protect yourself from mosquitoes and use protection during any sexual activity.

Controlling Your Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that travels in your bloodstream. When you have high cholesterol, it builds up in the walls of your blood vessels. This makes the blood vessels narrower and blood flow decrease. Then you could have a heart attack or a stroke.